Welcome to the NDBC

The National Duckpin Bowling Congress was established on September 8th, 1927 and is the parent and supervising Duckpin Bowling organization in the United States.

The responsibilities of the NDBC include:

  • Lane inspections and certification
  • Individual membership and league registration
  • Publishes a rule book, format book, brochures, FORMS, etc.
  • National Tournament - the oldest event in the duckpin world
  • Tournament guidelines and registration
  • National Rankings for top male and female bowlers

Duckpin Bowling can be found predominately on the East Coast of the United States in Virginia, Maryland, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. Other states include North Carolina, West Virginia, Indiana, and Pennsylvania.

Do you have what it takes to be the Executive Director of the NDBC?

The NDBC is accepting resumes from individuals interested in applying for the position of Executive Director. This individual will be overseeing a small office staff located in the Baltimore area and is the center of all activities governing the game of duckpins. Your knowledge of the game would assist in the transition into this position but is not required. Resumes may be sent to:

           National Duckpin Bowling Congress

           4991 Fairview Ave

            Linthicum, MD 21090